Escape

A group of young people vacationing in a remote lighthouse on an island discover that it is also a prison. They soon find themselves targeted by the inmates who have escaped and are determined to take over the island. The group must fight for their survival against the dangerous convicts.

Escape, also known as 'The Last Resort' or 'Screamers', received a mixed to negative reception upon its release. It has since garnered a cult following among horror enthusiasts for its intense atmosphere and gory set pieces. However, many critics at the time and since have pointed to its thin plot and somewhat derivative nature.

• Praised for its brutal and unsettling atmosphere.

• Criticized for a predictable plot and reliance on shock value.

• Kim Cattrall's early performance is noted by some.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely divided. Some viewers appreciate the film's raw horror elements and grim setting, finding it a compelling, albeit low-budget, thriller. Others find it to be poorly paced and lacking in character development, ultimately deeming it forgettable.

The film was originally intended to be a vehicle for the band Slade, with music from the band prominently featured in early drafts of the script.